Commodore 264
- For emulators, see Plus/4 emulators.
The Commodore 264 line (also called "TED" after its integrated video and audio chip) was produced in the mid-80s as an intended successor to the VIC-20, meant to compete in the sub-$100 range. Only three models were produced: the 16, the cost-reduced 116 (with a worse keyboard), and the flagship Plus/4 (with extra RAM and built-in productivity applications). Curiously, the 264 itself was not released, although prototype units were provided to software developers (it was near identical to the Plus/4).
This line was a major commercial failure and didn't last even one year, as it was a weak hardware, introduced at higher prices than originally intended, not compatible with programs for the hugely popular Commodore 64, and the Plus/4's built-in programs were too limited for professional users. Still, it saw some success in Europe as a low-end gaming machine after remaining stocks were liquidated with huge discounts.
The list
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Giana Sisters | Platformer | Go to the dream world and save your sister from the demon owls. Homebrew port of the C64 classic, and given the lesser hardware, it's surprising that it's very close. | Link | 
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Pets Rescue | Platformer | You're a veterinarian, your assistent turned out to be a mad scientist, and the animals were just transformed into monsters. Likely the most advanced game for the system, with multi-direction scrolling, animated backgrounds, parallax effects, and some really good music. It wouldn't look out of place among the finest of any 8-bit system. | Link | 
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